When did Keith Flint die?

Keith tragically took his own life on Monday, March 4 2019.

The Prodigy singer was discovered at around 8am after police and paramedics were called to his Essex home.

Hours later, the group shared the sad news with fans via an official post on their website, which read: "It is with deepest shock and sadness that we can confirm the death of our brother and best friend Keith Flint. A true pioneer, innovator and legend. He will be forever missed.

"We thank you for respecting the privacy of all concerned at this time."

Keith's wife, Japanese DJ Mayumi Kai, was reportedly 6,000 miles away in Tokyo, Japan, when news broke of his death.

What have The Prodigy said about Keith Flint's death?

Keith's bandmate Liam Howlett took to social media to express his shock and heartache at losing one of his closest friends.

He wrote: "The news is true, I can’t believe I’m saying this but our brother Keith took his own life over the weekend.
"I’m shell shocked , f***in angry , confused and heart broken ..... r.i.p brother Liam #theprodigy."

Maxim has not tweeted since December and is yet to comment on the news.